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The .22 Long Rifle rimfire cartridge (5.6×15mmR - metric designation) is a long established variety of ammunition, and in terms of units sold is still by far the most common in the world today. The cartridge is often referred to simply as .22 LR and various rifles, pistols, revolvers, and even some smoothbore shotguns have been manufactured in this caliber.

The .22 Long Rifle rimfire cartridge (5.6×15mmR - metric designation) is a long established variety of ammunition, and in terms of units sold is still by far the most common in the world today. The cartridge is often referred to simply as .22 LR and various rifles, pistols, revolvers, and even some smoothbore shotguns have been manufactured in this caliber.

The cartridge originated from the Flobert BB Cap of 1845 through the .22 Smith & Wesson cartridge of 1857, and was developed by the American firearms manufacturer J. Stevens Arms & Tool Company in 1887 by combining the casing of the .22 Long with the 40-grain (2.6 g) bullet of the .22 Extra Long. For many decades, it has been a very popular cartridge around the world.

Virtually every manufacturer of cartridge firearms makes at least one model chambering it, and this has been true for more than a century. The .22 Long Rifle and related cartridges (.22 Short, .22 Long and .22 Extra Long) use a heeled bullet, which means that the bullet is the same diameter as the case, and has a narrower "heel" portion that fits in the case.

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Parent case: .22 Long
Case type: Rimmed, Straight
Bullet diameter: .222 in (5.6 mm)
Neck diameter: .226 in (5.7 mm)
Base diameter: .226 in (5.7 mm)
Rim diameter: .278 in (7.1 mm)
Rim thickness: .043 in (1.1 mm)
Case length: .613 in (15.6 mm)
Overall length: 1.000 in (25.4 mm)
Rifling twist: 1–16"
Primer type: Rimfire

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Buckmark cleaning?

hi, I'm looking for a 22lr pistol to alternate with my 9mm at the range.
I've seen the GSG 1911 or the Hammerli H1, but after reading about zinc alloys, broken parts and similar issue I've seen a Browning Buckmark Contour.

here in Italy gun prices are quite higher so Ruger is out of my budget.

I've read that cleaning and field stripping the Buckmark is quite complex...
I'm used to my gun that field strip in seconds, are there faster ways to clean the Buckmark? May I only just clean the barrel with a bore snake and spray the internals?

3 Comments
2024/12/06
00:28 UTC

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This is my favorite gun so bought it a fancy new barrel

20 Comments
2024/12/05
20:47 UTC

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Pump action recommendation

I would like to purchase an older model pump action. I don’t know too much about them, but I was planning to purchase a Winchester 62a. Is this good choice and what should I look for when purchasing one? Perhaps there might be a different manufacturer or model that you would recommend? Thanks in advance.

6 Comments
2024/12/05
14:45 UTC

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Recognize this stock?

Saw it on Silencer Central. I'm looking for rimfire stocks with adjustable LOP, particularly those that have a more traditional shape like this one. I think this is a 10/22 in the photo. Anyone know what stock this is? I like all those spacers under the recoil pad...

9 Comments
2024/12/05
13:24 UTC

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Advice on 22lr revolver for me having one arm and just needing it fir snake shot.

Basically, I'm just needing a small revolver that can use snake shot. The least expensive, the better. I'm really only needing it for snakes, and to sting the asses of aggressive wild dogs/coyote.

I have a rifle already for larger things, but I'm looking at a low cost revolver that won't break my bank and allow me to not need a lot of accuracy as I only have the one arm.

As far as "dogs" a lot of neighbors have dogs that run wild, and are extremely aggressive. I don't want to kill the dogs, but I would like to sting them a bit to train them to stay away. I figure snake shot would be ok for that.

I considered getting a co2 bb gun, airsoft, or paintball, but a decent one that is dependable would already put me at "cheap 22lr" levels.

I'm in Florida btw. A may have the worlds most badass maltipoo, but he isnt tougher than a moccasin or rattler bite. And while I'm 6'7" 300lbs, (with one function arm/leg, and a ton of concussions) me and my lil monster can only do so much. Lol. So, I'd like a small level of safety while spending the next few months in the middle if nowhere.

Thanks in advance!

39 Comments
2024/12/04
21:40 UTC

133

Love Those Double Deuces

Not all of my twenty-two’s, but definitely my favorites

37 Comments
2024/12/04
18:25 UTC

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22 Semi-Auto Lubrication Methodology?

What is your .22lr Semi-Auto lubrication methodology?

I'm starting to think that less is more.

Seems like the more oil I use, the more build-up of crud. When crud does get built up more oil does seem to help.

I shoot a lot of Norma Tac-22 and it seems like after 1,000 rounds it almost looks like dirty sand is built up in all the nooks and crannies.

What say all you about lubing 22s?

Thanks!

16 Comments
2024/12/04
18:24 UTC

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Would you run Federal Punch in a pocket pistol?

I've got an old Sterling 22 from the 70s or 80s and despite the quality of most pocket pistols from that era, it seems to be pretty solidly built and is made of steel instead of zamak. With that being said, I've heard that Federal punch can be rough on small 22s. The manual itself for the Sterling says not to use hyper velocity ammo, and federal punch technically falls into the high velocity range, but I was wondering about the lighter bullet and actual energy transfer perhaps being more important in this question than velocity. Thanks.

10 Comments
2024/12/04
17:26 UTC

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M4-22 micro elite

I have a tippmann on the way and I’m looking for some smaller companies to try a suppressor. I’m not looking for any normal names you’d see, I’ve seen what the first two pages of google pulls up. What have you tried that not many people have heard of that you liked?? TIA

Edit: I meant smaller companies as in small business owners

5 Comments
2024/12/04
01:45 UTC

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Budget scope for RAR

My instinct tells me just buy a Vortex. My wallet says get a budget scope.

My little boy needs some practice at the bench punching holes, so I got him a Ruger American Rimfire and 2k rounds of Aguila Ammo. I would like enough scope that he can see bullet holes at 25 maybe 50 yards- so 4.5-14x, 3-15x, 3-18x. I’m not opposed to 5-25x.

Every YT review for 22 scopes are NRL setups that are out of my budget.

I would like to be under $200. I’m ok with used if it has a warranty like Vortex.

Inputs?

22 Comments
2024/12/03
23:27 UTC

93

Quiet day by myself at the range

8 Comments
2024/12/03
22:31 UTC

2

What do I need to mount a holosun 407 on a browning buckmark?

12 Comments
2024/12/03
20:39 UTC

2

Savage precision 64

The hammer on my savage arms precision 64 is not striking the rim of the cartridge. Anyone have any suggestions what to do?

1 Comment
2024/12/03
16:51 UTC

28

Too Small or Just Right?

I installed the red dot sight of my Beretta Neos 22 pistol to the carbine barrel of the conversion kit.

Do you all think it's too small, or should I get a dedicated, larger one instead?

4 Comments
2024/12/03
06:27 UTC

6

First .22 suggestions

Looking for suggestions for a tactical style .22 as my first rifle. Its main use will be for small game hunting and plinking. Would like to add a lr scope/ suppressor in the future so a barrel that is ready for one is a plus. Some of the few i have heard about are the tippman m4 elite, M&P 15-22, and the HK416. they are all around the same price range but i just have a hard time deciding which one to get.

11 Comments
2024/12/03
03:23 UTC

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Pistol - .22lr - Tx22 or tx22 compact or Tx22 competition with suppressor - Recs?

I am looking forward to purchasing one of these and running it suppressed. Initially I don’t plan to buy an optic so I lean towards the Tx22 (standard) but who knows maybe someday down the road I will throw an optic on. Pricing is all about the same or not enough to make me feel like I need to get one or the other. Any insights or other options in .22 you love, I would love to hear it!

23 Comments
2024/12/03
01:28 UTC

4

Thoughts on the Taurus Model 63?

I'm looking into buying a Taurus 63, but I've heard some conflicting things about Taurus as a company. I hear a lot of bad things about their handguns, but I can't find anything negative about their Model 63, or other rifles they've produced, and it seems that most Taurus complaints are recent.

I would try and buy a real Winchester Model 63 or the Miroku 63, but I can't find the Winchester at a decent price, and I can't find the Miroku at all. The Taurus 63 is appealing to me because it's pretty cheap and most of them are in good condition, with little to no complaints. I'd appreciate any insight anyone could offer.

4 Comments
2024/12/03
00:20 UTC

3

22LR Umarex MP5 Speedloader?

Anyone know if there are any speed loaders compatible with the HK branded 22LR MP5 mags?

3 Comments
2024/12/02
05:56 UTC

7

Tikka T1x budget build for PRS

Long term lurker, this might be my first post here.

My Tikka T1x 16" factory barrel in a modified KRG X-Ray T3x stock (lots of fun modifying!). Other mods include YoDave trigger spring; ZP Titanium firing pin, Sako rubber bolt knob, Talleys 20MOA rail, MKM picatinny scope level, MDT M-lock weights, MDT Grn-Pod bipod, DPT rimfire suppressor, KRG ARCA rail, cheapy but good Arken rings and an old but still good Bushnell XRS scope.

https://preview.redd.it/1hh7i0bgxc4e1.jpg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d336cc9f0c288fe941acb9abb8720286c2c02b79

8 Comments
2024/12/02
03:47 UTC

2

702 Plinkster 25 rd mags?

Any body know where to get a couple from a place that dont charge double?

1 Comment
2024/12/02
02:44 UTC

2

Taurus tx22 Toro

Looking for budget friendly red dot recommendations. Never threw one on a pistol.. getting a range toy going! Also any other recommendations. Been shooting 9mm for 3 years now standard/ night sights, first time owning a 22lr as well. Thanks!

9 Comments
2024/12/02
02:19 UTC

2

Purchase Custom Ruger?

Instead of building your own Ruger 1022, can you buy a modded Ruger?

25 Comments
2024/12/01
22:39 UTC

3

Bipod adapter

So I pulled the trigger and bought an MDT Oryx chassis for my CZ457. Then I realized it does not have a sling stud, so I decided to buy an arca rail.

My problem is I have a Harris S-BRM bipod. Without having to buy a new bipod, what kind of adapters are there for this bipod to an arca rail? I know i can just get an M-LOK sling stud but I would like to be able yo attach it to the arca rail instead. Also, I would like it yo be quick release.

5 Comments
2024/12/01
22:22 UTC

85

Savage Mark 2

Recent purchase. I was able to shoot a .560” group around 40 yards suppressed. Really loving this thing.

21 Comments
2024/12/01
21:43 UTC

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Does anyone make a rifle like this other than savage?

Looking for a bolt action with a synthetic stock and a 16" threaded barrel for a lightweight quiet hunting rifle shooting cci quiets supressed. I havent found anything exactly like this but im thinking of getting a Ruger American Rimfire since we have a lot of 10/22 mags and getting it cut down and threaded.

55 Comments
2024/12/01
20:56 UTC

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87a and Model 15

My dad's inherited Steven's 87a, and his recent pawn shop find, a Springfield Model 15.

The 87a was my granddads and it is still as accurate as it was in the 40s. Classic Gill Gun, such a great shooter.

The Model 15 was in rough shape when Dad bought it, but he spent a couple of days soaking and brushing it. It's still a little rough on the surface, but it gives it that old-gun character. We were worried about the barrel, but after ~150rds at the indoor range, we had no issues and no tumbling/keyholes. Our indoor range only goes to 20yrds, and the sights are definitely set for 50+yrds, but we managed to shoot groups that fit inside a 50cent piece by burying the front post and putting that at a 6oclock hold for POA. All in all, for a ~75-80 year old gun, she's still rocking.

4 Comments
2024/12/01
18:58 UTC

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